NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid. The most recent was reported on January 25, 2016.
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January 25, 2016 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 16V-035
What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Touareg Hybrid vehicles manufactured March 20, 2010, to April 11, 2015. The hybrid battery tray may not drain water sufficiently. If water collects in the hybrid battery tray, it may cause an electrical short in the high voltage battery.
Risk: An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly, free of charge. The recall began late February 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this 53B8.
Other model years of the Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid
Does the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, the most recent reported on January 25, 2016. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.
What parts have been recalled on the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid?
Hybrid propulsion system (1).
Are recall repairs free?
In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.